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CVE-2002-1400: Heap-based buffer overflow in the repeat() function for PostgreSQL before 7.2.2 allows attackers to execute...

Heap-based buffer overflow in the repeat() function for PostgreSQL before 7.2.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by causing repeat() to generate a large string.

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This is an old PostgreSQL flaw where a database string-repeat function could overflow heap memory and potentially let an attacker run code. The business risk matters mainly if very old PostgreSQL versions still exist in legacy systems or appliances. Exposure is limited to PostgreSQL versions before 7.2.2. Practical risk depends on whether legacy instances remain and whether untrusted users or applications can execute SQL against them. Treat as urgent only where legacy PostgreSQL before 7.2.2 exists. For modern PostgreSQL estates, the priority is confirming absence rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Upgrade PostgreSQL earlier than 7.2.2 to 7.2.2 or later.; Apply fixed packages from the relevant operating system vendor advisory.; Retire unsupported PostgreSQL deployments where upgrade paths are unavailable..

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